Stroke is a leading cause of disability and is the number five cause of death in the United States. It is dangerous and deadly; however, you can control and treat many of the risk factors. If you, or a loved one, is having a stroke, time is critical! Immediate medical attention and treatment may decrease the long-term effects of a stroke and may prevent death.  

Recognizing the warning signs can make the difference between recovery, disability or death. A simple way to remember the stroke warning signs is F.A.S.T.:

February is American Heart Month, a time when Denver Health joins with health professionals around the country to encourage everyone to take time to focus on their cardiovascular health. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States and by taking just a few small steps, Americans can make their hearts healthier and avoid conditions such as high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) that can lead to even more serious conditions such as heart disease, heart attack, stroke and/or cardiac arrest.

Phone and Video Doctor's Appointments During COVID-19 and Beyond

A lot of things have changed during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but one thing that remains the same is your ability to get the quality health care you need from Denver Health. In response to the continued recommendations from our public health officials to stay at home when possible and practice social distancing, Denver Health has rapidly expanded its telehealth (telemedicine) services, allowing patients to speak with their providers from the comfort and safety of their own homes.

Throughout the history of the United States of America, there have been 43 presidents who have governed our nation (45 presidential terms because Grover Cleveland served twice). With only four former presidents and one current president alive today, Denver Health experts dived into how our past Commanders-in-Chief died and how we would treat them now.